Imagine this: Saturday, July 5th, and the entire city of Split comes to a halt! The Idealist bar at Žnjan posted a sign that instantly went viral – “We’re closed Saturday, we’re all going to the Thompson concert!” Yes, you read that right. All the staff at this café decided to ditch work and head to the biggest concert of the year at Zagreb’s Hippodrome. And they’re not alone!
Marko Perković Thompson, a legend of Croatian music, is gearing up for a spectacle expected to draw half a million people! Yes, half a million! Tickets sold out, and people have been reselling them like hotcakes on social media. Zagreb is currently pretty empty, with many still en route or having backed out, but the buzz is building. Even Prime Minister Andrej Plenković attended the dress rehearsal, and the Freedom Bridge was packed with fans eager to catch a glimpse of the stage setup and hear Thompson live.
But wait, there’s more! A rumored setlist circulating online promises 30 songs, including hits like “Ustani sjene” and “Lijepa li si.” The city is already prepping – the police formed a special task force, health services set up a special hospital, and parts of New Zagreb will be closed to traffic. Manager Zdravko Barišćanić urges attendees from outside Zagreb to arrive today or tomorrow to avoid the massive traffic jams expected on concert day.
This event isn’t just a concert; it’s an urban invasion and a test of patience for everyone in Zagreb. Is this the biggest concert in independent Croatia’s history or just a recipe for chaos? One thing’s for sure – Saturday will be unforgettable, whether you love Thompson or not. So, what do you think? Will you join the musical frenzy or avoid Zagreb like it’s the apocalypse? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s brave and who’s staying home!
